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A CAREER AS A VETERINARIAN
There’s more to being a Veterinarian then treating sick animals!
Being a veterinarian is more than just treating sick animals! Providing
great customer service, assisting with the personal and professional
development of colleagues and nursing staff, consoling owners and
assisting in the development of a sustainable business are just a
handful of the activities that Veterinarians are expected to do today.
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they have been trained to diagnose, treat, and prevent health
problems in not only pets, but native wildlife, exotic animals, and
domestic livestock. Once qualified a veterinarian can enjoy an above
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There are two main duties of a veterinarian. One to examine and
assess the illness or injury suffered by the animal, then to decide
on a possible treatment. And two, to educate and medicate animals
with preventative treatments such as vaccines, special diets, and
more.
To assist in diagnosis, the collection and examination of tissues,
faeces, blood, urine and other fluids is often carried out. They treat
their patients using a range of general medical techniques, such as
vaccination, acupuncture and/or surgery.
Talking to the Humans - Not Just Talking To the Animals
As well as being able to relate to humans, a good small animal
veterinarian needs to be able to communicate and relate with people
effectively. Much of a veterinarian’s time is spent discussing pet’s
wellness with owners and working in a tight-knit team of healthcare
professionals.
Every day is different, whilst some may run smoothly and efficiently a
Veterinarian also needs to be able to manage unpredictable workflow.
When the waiting room is filled with clients, and an emergency case
walks through the door, or you need to spend extra time with a grieving
client, a Veterinarian needs the patience, organisation and decision
making skills to make critical decisions with little room for error.
Hard work and perseverance!
Entrance into the university degree is highly competitive. Due to
the difficult nature of entry into this course, it is beneficial to
undertake work experience as it shows interest and commitment to the
course.
Becoming a Vet in Australia
A Bachelor of Veterinary Science is offered at the following
universities in Australia:-
On completion of the Bachelor's degree, you are eligible to register
with the Veterinary Surgeons' Board to practise as a fully qualified
veterinarian.
University of Melbourne
A Bachelor of Veterinary Science is offered at the University of
Melbourne. The course is five years of full-time study - the
pre-veterinary year or one year of Science, plus four years of
veterinary science. VCE or Australian Year 12 equivalent should have the
following pre-requisites:- Units 3 and 4. A study score of at least 35
in each of English, Chemistry, and one of Mathematics or Physics. You will find more detailed information at Veterinary Science
Undergraduate Entry at University of Melbourne.
For general information visit University of Melbourne Veterinary Studies
Murdoch University
A Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery is offered at Murdoch
University in Western Australia. It is a five year course as it combines
both a science and a veterinary biology degree. Minimum requirements for
entry are completion of Year 12 with a high TER (Tertiary Entrance
Rank). Murdoch University recommends that applicants take Mathematics,
Chemistry and either Physics or Biology.
Find out more by visiting
Murdoch University Veterinary Studies
University of Queensland
The Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc) is offered at The
University of Queensland and is a five year course. Minimum education
requirements for entrance include sound achievement or higher in
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Chemistry, Mathematics B and
Physics.
For more information visit
University of Queensland
University of Sydney The Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc)
is offered at the University of Sydney and is a five year course.
Admission is based on student performance, NSW Higher School Certificate
or equivalent level Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and Science. Biology
would be a distinct advantage.
For more information visit
University of Sydney |
